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as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
as a hospital volunteer you have given exemplary service to your community
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as in warning
serving as or offering a warning
armies have traditionally used public execution as an exemplary punishment for the crime of desertion
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Recent Examples of exemplary
While there are far too many exemplary Southern natives to enumerate in one article, here are some of our absolute favorites that set the stage for the season.
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Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
An exemplary maximalist garden would repeat a single color throughout, whether it was displayed in flower, foliage, or both.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
Dee was also a member of the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, which created the annual Delia Nila Basile Award for exemplary leadership in her honor.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
These specific contests, whether celebrated as exemplary displays of his prowess or criticized for their shortcomings, played a crucial role in shaping and defining Flair's enduring status as a professional wrestling icon.
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—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
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Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
An exemplary maximalist garden would repeat a single color throughout, whether it was displayed in flower, foliage, or both.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
Dee was also a member of the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, which created the annual Delia Nila Basile Award for exemplary leadership in her honor.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
These specific contests, whether celebrated as exemplary displays of his prowess or criticized for their shortcomings, played a crucial role in shaping and defining Flair's enduring status as a professional wrestling icon.
5.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
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Additionally, McDonald's $5 Meal Deal offers a variety of classic meals.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Wear them with a tailored blouse and kitten heels for weekdays in the office, or keep things laidback with a classic tee and white sneakers.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.—
SCOTT SONNER,
Star Tribune,
27 July 2021
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In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.—
Andrew Whitby,
Time,
17 Apr. 2020
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Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds are an excellent source of iron.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN,
Health,
30 Apr. 2025
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At a minimum, professionals are looking for dependable inventory, top-quality and professional-grade equipment, effortless trade-ins, excellent customer service and reliable and fast repairs.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2025
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New Delhi downgraded ties with Islamabad, summoned its top diplomat, suspended for the first time its involvement in a crucial water-sharing treaty and shut a key border crossing, among other punitive measures in the wake of what was the region’s worst assault on civilians in years.—
Sophia Saifi,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2025
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Islamabad took a number of punitive measures against India over its diplomatic maneuvering, including the closure of its airspace to Indian aircraft and a prohibition on Indian transit through the country.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2025
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Without Alvarez, the Mets leaned heavily on Luis Torrens, who played superb defense and supplied key hits (.675 OPS).—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Each has a superb hit tool, with the capability of hitting for a high batting average, while scoring and driving in runs.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The secret to an exceptional Amatriciana lies in selecting impeccable guanciale Amatriciano—with its perfect balance of tender meat and luxurious fat—creating the foundation upon which this masterpiece is built.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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His answer, given the exceptional political and economic turmoil in Canada, was a bit surprising.—
Ian Austen,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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From classic denim designs to vibrant colorways and distressed finishes, flared jeans find their perfect ally in platform shoes.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
27 Apr. 2025
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The stunning city earned a perfect nightlife score with plenty of clubs, cocktail lounges, and rooftop bars.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Hepworth has a unique advantage because of his background.—
Kody Boye,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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How To Make Egg Gravy Want to try this unique recipe at home?—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Exemplary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exemplary. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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